• J.R. Sparrow returns to West Virginia and Common Place, sharing their experience in podcasting since 2017.
• Explains the journey with various podcasting platforms, particularly highlighting encounters with Anchor (now owned by Spotify) and Spotify itself.

Journey with Anchor and Spotify:

• Details initial involvement with Anchor as a preferred platform for podcasting.
• Describes the frustration with discrepancies in payments and analytics, feeling mistreated by Spotify's handling of payments.
• Reflects on the evolution of their podcast from a hobby to a potential business and the challenges faced with platforms prioritizing larger podcasts.

Encounter with Apple Podcasts:

• Discusses issues faced with Apple Podcasts, including discrepancies in analytics and the inconvenience of their subscription service for podcasters.

Learning from Mistakes:

• Acknowledges personal mistakes, such as initially not investing in podcasting tools and services.
• Emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and the podcast once it gains traction.

Conclusion:

• Expresses frustration with major podcasting platforms favoring bigger names and companies over independent podcasters.
• Provides insights for aspiring podcasters, advising a balance between utilizing free services initially and investing in oneself as the podcast grows.

Final Sign-Off:

• Invites listeners to explore their various podcasting shows available on different platforms.

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